Volunteers Step Up to Wind Historic Dalry Town Hall Clock
A team of volunteers in Dalry has stepped forward to take on the task of winding the historic clock at the town hall. The town hall committee sought help as the previous clock winder had retired, and ten individuals answered the call. On Monday, most of the group gathered to learn the intricacies of winding the clock, a cherished donation to the village dating back to 1897.
Gary Blissett, one of the volunteers, shared his experience, stating, “I’ve just taken over the reigns from someone who has done it for the last five years but he’s in his 80s now.” He initially volunteered to take on the responsibility part-time but decided to form a team to share the duties, potentially winding the clock only once a month. The response from the community exceeded his expectations, with all participants showing keen interest in the process.
Winding the clock, which must be done weekly and adjusted monthly to account for time discrepancies, proved to be a challenging yet rewarding task. Gary highlighted the clock’s mechanical nature, devoid of modern electronics, dating back to Victorian times. He noted the effort required to wind the clock and expressed admiration for its craftsmanship.
Research by Gary also revealed the rarity of manually wound clocks in the region, with most having been upgraded to electronic systems. As the volunteers embarked on this timeless tradition, they celebrated the clock’s history and significance to the local community.
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